Poland Halts Arms Shipments to Ukraine Amid Dispute Over Grain Exports

Poland has halted arms transfers to Ukraine amid a dispute over grain exports. This after being a key ally and weapons supplier since the Russian invasion.
Poland banned Ukrainian grain imports to protect its farmers, defying an EU decision to lift restrictions. This has strained relations with Ukraine.
Ukraine's President Zelensky accused Poland of playing into Russia's hands with the grain ban. Poland warned of further retaliation.
Poland says protecting its farmers is most important. Ukraine lodged a WTO complaint over the grain ban by Poland, Hungary and Slovakia.
Poland summoned Ukraine's ambassador over Zelensky's comments. Ukraine urged Poland to resolve the dispute constructively.

theguardian.com

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